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30 Young Street, Saint Kilda, Dunedin City, Otago

Dunedin, New Zealand

Guide Price

$231,420

399,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

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Description

Set in the well-established and consistently popular suburb of St Kilda, 30 Young Street represents a smart opportunity for buyers seeking flexibility, location, and future upside. Whether you are a first-home buyer, growing family, or investor, this property offers a solid foundation with scope to enhance over time. The home

features three generously sized bedrooms, providing comfortable accommodation for family living. Adding further appeal is a separate games room/sleepout, a highly versatile space that can be utilised as a teenage retreat, guest accommodation, home office, hobby room, or additional living area—options that are increasingly sought after in today’s market. The main living areas are practical and inviting, with a heat pump ensuring year-round comfort. A separate laundry adds everyday convenience, while the overall floor plan lends itself well to cosmetic upgrades, allowing new owners to modernise at their own pace and unlock added value. Off-street parking enhances everyday practicality, while the property’s handy

location places you just minutes from St Kilda Beach, local schools, shops, and public transport, with easy access to Dunedin’s city centre. The combination of location, versatility, and potential makes this a compelling proposition for those looking to buy wisely. Opportunities like this—where flexibility, parking, and improvement potential align—are always in demand. This is a property that invites vision and rewards initiative.

Location

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Living in Dunedin

Morning surf before work, weekends tramping through Lord-of-the-Rings landscapes, and a laid-back culture where shoes are optional and nature is never more than ten minutes away.

Visa

Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa — points-based system requiring a skilled job offer in NZ. New pathways opening August 2026 for trades workers and those with 5+ years experience. Accredited Employer Work Visa is the faster route if you already have a job offer.

Learn more: The Complete Guide to Moving to New Zealand

Key Fact

NZ has strict biosecurity laws — importing food, plants, or outdoor gear can result in heavy fines. The work-life balance is exceptional, but the job market is small and remote from everywhere.

Learn more: What You Need to Know Before Moving Abroad
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New Zealand at a glance

How New Zealand scores for American expats

💰Cost of Living
Expensive
🛡️Safety
Very safe
🗣️English Spoken
Widely
🏥Healthcare
Excellent
🌬️Air Quality
Clean
📶Internet
Moderate
🚶Walkability
Moderate
🚇Transit
Limited

Cost of buying in New Zealand

Estimated fees and ongoing costs for this property

Closing Costs

3-5% of purchase price

  • ·No stamp duty
  • ·Legal/conveyancing: NZ$1,500-3,000
  • ·Building inspection: NZ$500-800
  • ·LIM report: NZ$300-400

Annual Costs

Property Tax

0.3-1.5% of government valuation (varies by council)

Insurance

NZ$1,500-3,000/yr

HOA / Condo Fees

NZ$300-600/mo for apartments (body corporate)

Good to Know

Agent Fees

Seller pays (2.5-4%)

Foreign Buyer Note

Foreign buyers BANNED from existing homes (2018 ban). Can only buy new-build apartments in large developments.

Legal help in New Zealand

Hire your own attorney — not the seller's. We'll match you with a vetted local lawyer.

Need a local attorney in New Zealand?

We'll connect you with an independent, English-speaking real estate attorney experienced with foreign buyers. Not the seller's lawyer — yours.

Contact Agent

Richard Knights - Wayne Graham Realty Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - LJ Hooker, Dunedin

Next steps for moving to New Zealand

Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.

1

Understand the buying rules

Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.

2

Sort out your visa

Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.

3

Plan your finances

Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.

4

Know your tax obligations

US citizens are taxed on worldwide income. You'll need to file US taxes from abroad and may owe local taxes too.

5

Set up healthcare

Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.

6

Run the full checklist

Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.

Source

realestate.co.nz

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Currency

NZD